Programs
The Department of Physical Therapy has offered outstanding educational programs in physical therapy since 1964. Currently, we offer:
B.S. in Disability Studies and Rehabilitation Science
Program for students interested in working with individuals with disabilities to improve their quality of life, access, and participation in their community.
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Program for students who want to become physical therapists.
Graduate Certificate in Primary Care Physical Therapy for Underserved Populations
For physical therapists and DPT students who want to provide primary care physical therapy (PT) services in an interprofessional team to underserved communities and marginalized populations.
PhD in Rehabilitation Science
Program for students who seek to advance rehabilitation knowledge by participating in specialized research and teaching opportunities.
Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency
Program for physical therapists interested in specializing in neurologic physical therapy.
Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency
Program for physical therapists interested in specializing in orthopedic physical therapy.
Latest News
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2023 Blazer Forever Scholarship RecipientsFive students have been awarded a UAB School of Health Professions Blazer Forever Scholarship. The award is given to SHP students during Homecoming Week based on an essay answer. This year, we asked students to talk about the ways classroom collaborations and/or team-based learning has made them stronger teammates. -
Christy inducted to the Bárány SocietyJennifer Christy, PT, Ph.D., associate professor, director of the UAB Doctor of Physical Therapy program, assistant dean for faculty affairs in the School of Health Professions, has been inducted into the Bárány Society, the International Society for Neuro-otology. -
Christy named Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the APTAProfessor Jennifer Christy, PT, Ph.D., director, University of Alabama at Birmingham Doctor of Physical Therapy program, assistant dean for Faculty Affairs in the School of Health Professions, has been named a Catherine Worthingham Fellow of the American Physical Therapy Association.